Sitalmani - Azamnagar, Katihar
Sitalmani is a village situated in the Azamnagar subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Azamnagar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Shitalmani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitalmani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitalmani is 225317. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.83 hectares and falls under the 855102 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Sitalmani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sitalmani
As per Census 2011, Sitalmani village has a total population of 1,546 people, consisting of 843 males and 703 females. The village has 384 households and a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males. There are 250 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 657 literate and 889 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitalmani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,546 | 843 | 703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 143 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 657 | 400 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 889 | 443 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Sitalmani
Sitalmani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sitalmani
Sitalmani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Sitalmani is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitalmani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitalmani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sitalmani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitalmani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sitalmani
Where is Sitalmani located?
Sitalmani village is located in Azamnagar Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitalmani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitalmani is Shitalmani.
What is the pincode of Sitalmani?
The pincode of Sitalmani is 855102.
What is the population of Sitalmani?
Sitalmani has a total population of 1,546, including 843 males and 703 females.
How many households are there in Sitalmani?
There are 384 households in Sitalmani.
What is the literacy rate in Sitalmani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitalmani is 42.50%. Male literacy is 47.45% and female literacy is 36.56%.